PDP REJECTS ESSIEN ESEMA AS POLITICAL LEADER

PDP REJECTS ESSIEN ESEMA AS POLITICAL LEADER

The Peoples Democratic Party in Ubium South has rejected SA to the Governor on Petroleum matters, Mr. Essien Esema as the political leader of the region saying the former council chairman lacks the basic capacities to be made the political leader.

The PDP argued also that if Essien Esema should be made the political leader of the area that such should emanate from them and wondered why Obong Inyang Eno the co conspirator of that sham will allow himself to be so used.

In a release signed by the Nsit Ubium Chapter Chairman of the PDP Aniefiok U. Johnny and twelve others made available to THE INK reporter in Nsit Ubium Monday morning, the party resolved that, "the party's Chapter and Ward Executives condemn and reject the purported selection of Obongunwana Essien Edema as political leader of Ubium, that the PDP Chapter and ward Executives also put on hold the planned recognition of Engr. Nkereuwem Ekanem as Ubium South Political leader, that the Party will meet with political stakeholders in Ubium South to decide on how to bring about the political leadership of the area, that in the meantime, Ubium South remains without a political leader, that the Chapter Chairman of PDP in Nsit Ubium, Elder Aniefiok Johnny, shall handle all political matters relating to Ubium South.

Competent sources told THE INK reporter that Esema had invited some stakeholders to his house to celebrate Easter with them and how he turned around to cockily tell the people that he is now the endorsed political leader of Ubium south leaves much to be desired.

It was gathered that Esema had through an SMS invited stakeholders to his grandfather's house for an Easter treat only for him to turn around and announced himself the political leader of the area.

A sample copy of the text message sent by Esema for the meeting obtained by THE INK reporter reads, On behalf of my family, I wish you a very Happy Easter that is filled with plenty of love and happiness.
** Plese join me in an Easter  merriment  on Saturday morning 31st March 2018. Venue: Esema Compound Eket Oron Rd. Akai Ubium, Nsit Ubium LGA. Happy Easter.
Obongunwana Essien Esema.

Sources say, nothing in Esema's invite indicated there was going to be anything like political leadership endorsement and however wondered why the desperateness by Essien Esema for political leadership.

Essien Esema could not be reached for comments when contacted on the development. But sources close to him says, he will fight back

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Professor Enefiok Essien celebrates ‘SANSHIP’ in style

Professor Enefiok Essien celebrates ‘SANSHIP’ in style

BY ABASIFREKE OBOT

Vice Chancellor of the University of Uyo, Professor Enefiok Essien (SAN), has thanked God for his faithfulness and love shown him.

He stated this last Saturday during the occasion to celebrate his admission as Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN).

Brother Emmanuel Inyang, in his sermon, said it is a man with the consciousness that his existence and relevance in life is rooted in God that sees reasons and the need to offer appreciation to God. He said: “the only thing God wants from us is a heart of thanks."

Brother Inyang noted that God was the sole and ultimate cause of the gathering. He added that every event was being designed by God at the appointed time, “hence every event witnessed by man is only a display of the wisdom and infallible plans of God for humanity and our role is to appreciate God as His plans unfolds.” He however said that one of the greatest challenges in the world today is that humans are not willing to wait for this appointed time.

"Different people have different timing to achieve their different goals. Professor Essien may not be the most brilliant in the world, but then God decides to favour him," he said.

How politicians frustrated last voter’s registration exercise – AKISIEC Boss

How politicians frustrated last voter’s registration exercise – AKISIEC Boss

BY KENNETH JUDE

The Akwa Ibom State Independent Electoral Commission Chairman, Mr. Aniedi Ikoiwak has made shocking revelations of how some politicians in Akwa Ibom State frustrated the effort of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in ensuring that every citizen of voting age has a voter’s card in the State.

Speaking during the week in Uyo while addressing citizens of the state from Uyo Local Government Area as part of the state-wide voters’ mobilization and sensitization exercise carried out by the commission, Mr Aniedi Ikoiwak said some politicians in the state are hoarding thousands of voter’s cards thinking that they can use such cards for their selfish interest during elections.

He lamented that such act disenfranchise the owners of the cards and frustrates the effort of INEC in ensuring that the citizens of voting age are enrolled and given their voter’s cards.

“Some politicians have up to 1000 to 2000 cards in their houses. What are they keeping those cards for? When you hoard other citizens’ card in your house, you are disenfranchising those citizens. If you have 2000 voter’s card in your custody, you are disenfranchised 2000 citizens. So, if you have other citizens’ voter’s cards with you, release those cards to the right owners because they will not be of any use to you and keeping those cards is a criminal offence,” Mr Ikoiwak said.

How politicians frustrated last voter’s registration exercise – AKISIEC Boss

How politicians frustrated last voter’s registration exercise – AKISIEC Boss

BY KENNETH JUDE

The Akwa Ibom State Independent Electoral Commission Chairman, Mr. Aniedi Ikoiwak has made shocking revelations of how some politicians in Akwa Ibom State frustrated the effort of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in ensuring that every citizen of voting age has a voter’s card in the State.

Speaking during the week in Uyo while addressing citizens of the state from Uyo Local Government Area as part of the state-wide voters’ mobilization and sensitization exercise carried out by the commission, Mr Aniedi Ikoiwak said some politicians in the state are hoarding thousands of voter’s cards thinking that they can use such cards for their selfish interest during elections.

He lamented that such act disenfranchise the owners of the cards and frustrates the effort of INEC in ensuring that the citizens of voting age are enrolled and given their voter’s cards.

“Some politicians have up to 1000 to 2000 cards in their houses. What are they keeping those cards for? When you hoard other citizens’ card in your house, you are disenfranchising those citizens. If you have 2000 voter’s card in your custody, you are disenfranchised 2000 citizens. So, if you have other citizens’ voter’s cards with you, release those cards to the right owners because they will not be of any use to you and keeping those cards is a criminal offence,” Mr Ikoiwak said.

How politicians frustrated last voter’s registration exercise – AKISIEC Boss

How politicians frustrated last voter’s registration exercise – AKISIEC Boss

BY KENNETH JUDE

The Akwa Ibom State Independent Electoral Commission Chairman, Mr. Aniedi Ikoiwak has made shocking revelations of how some politicians in Akwa Ibom State frustrated the effort of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in ensuring that every citizen of voting age has a voter’s card in the State.

Speaking during the week in Uyo while addressing citizens of the state from Uyo Local Government Area as part of the state-wide voters’ mobilization and sensitization exercise carried out by the commission, Mr Aniedi Ikoiwak said some politicians in the state are hoarding thousands of voter’s cards thinking that they can use such cards for their selfish interest during elections.

He lamented that such act disenfranchise the owners of the cards and frustrates the effort of INEC in ensuring that the citizens of voting age are enrolled and given their voter’s cards.

“Some politicians have up to 1000 to 2000 cards in their houses. What are they keeping those cards for? When you hoard other citizens’ card in your house, you are disenfranchising those citizens. If you have 2000 voter’s card in your custody, you are disenfranchised 2000 citizens. So, if you have other citizens’ voter’s cards with you, release those cards to the right owners because they will not be of any use to you and keeping those cards is a criminal offence,” Mr Ikoiwak said.

Akwa Ibom State DPO donates private car to police

Akwa Ibom State DPO donates private car to police

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However, the functions of the police exceeded the aspect of law enforcement. The Nigeria Police Force is the principal police and law enforcement agency serving Nigeria. There are certain governmental agencies that control the Nigerian Police.

These are: The Police Service Commission, the Nigeria Police Council and the Ministry of Interior. The Police Service Commission appoints, promotes and disciplines all police officers except the Inspector General of Police.

The Nigeria Police Council organizes and administers the Nigeria Police Force. It also carries out other functions that are incidental to organization and administration. But the Council is not concerned with matters related to the use and operational control of the Force, or the appointment, disciplinary control and dismissal of members of the Force.

The Council also has the task of the general supervision of the Nigeria Police Force. It advises the President on the appointment of the Inspector-General of Police.

The Ministry of Interior formulates policies that will ensure efficient and effective policing of Nigeria. The functions of the Nigerian Police Force are stated in the Police Act.

Onofiok Luke, ors inducted as Ibom Patriots

Onofiok Luke, ors inducted as Ibom Patriots

BY SAMPSON ENYONGEKERE

The speaking Speaker of the Akwa Ibom 6th House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Onofiok Luke and his thirty colleagues were Tuesday, March 27 welcomed into the swelling rank of the elite socio-political group, Ibom Patriots.

The event which took place at the House of Assembly Complex, Uyo, was a culmination of the decision taken by the socio-political group, Ibom Patriots, before embarking on its courtesy call to the 6th Assembly.

Speaking at the courtesy call, The Chancellor and leader of the organization, Obong Bassey Imaeyen said he and other members of the group were there to introduce themselves and their group to the honourable House.

Obong Inuaeyan stressed that not much could be achieved politically and developmentally in a state like Akwa Ibom without recognizing and acknowledging the House of Assembly.

The Chancellor revealed that the goal of the group was to ensure unity, equity and fair play in Akwa Ibom and the nation at large. He said it was also the objective of the group to evolve great support to the 6th Assembly and State Government stressing that both deserves their support in the light of their performance.

How I survived death on 2nd August, 2001

How I survived death on 2nd August, 2001

The Chairman of Uyo Local Government Area, Mr. Imo Okon has explained how God saved his life on 2nd August 2001 from a ghastly Motor Accident.

The Chairman made this confession Monday when he spoke to newsmen and outlined programmes billed for the celebration of his golden Jubilee celebration.

Imo Okon said, he has no regret in life at fifty following what God has done for him.

He recalled that on 2nd of August 2001, he was driving alone from PortHarcourt to Uyo for the purpose of acting as Chairman on the occasion o a Traditional Marriage. He stated that when he arrived HOFACO, he ran into a very terrible accident that consumed his car. He said, he came out unscratched from the vehicle and ever since then he has remained very grateful to God.

He said the police were invited to the scene of the accident and arrested a lot of people who gave information about the accident because of the belief that nobody survived the accident.

Speaking on his life as a kid, Okon stressed that while growing up as a child, he had all the good teachings and doctrines he could ever been given and that really prepared him to face the future of life.

School of Basic Studies Akamkpa Alumni hold Inaugural meeting ...Governor Emmanuel’s CPS makes list

School of Basic Studies Akamkpa Alumni hold Inaugural meeting

...Governor Emmanuel’s CPS makes list

For the first time in 37 years, the Alumni of School of Basic Studies, Awi, Akampa in Cross River State on March 31st converged at Le Meridian lbom Hotel and Golf Resort to reconnect and begin the process of establishing a viable Alumni.

The Alumni’s Inaugural meet which drew ex-Students of the institution from within and outside the country had in attendance members of the State Executive Council, University dons, Business men and women as well as Captains of industries.

In his welcome address to the Alumni, the Commissioner for Works, Mr Ephraim lnyangeyen said the inaugural meet was an opportunity for the Alumni to come together, to put structures in place that will allow the Alumni converge from time to time in order to monitor the growth and development of the association.

Mr lnyangeyen an Alumnus of the school, maintained that, it was important to know the growth and welfare of each member for the Alumni to give support when the need arises as well as join hands to contribute to the uplift of the institution.

The Works Commissioner who recalled early days in the institution said the school had produced outstanding personalities in different fields of endeavor, including the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral lbokette Ebbas and the Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Pastor Usani Usani.

My Administration is more business driven than Political – Uyo Council Boss

My Administration is more business driven than Political – Uyo Council Boss

In line with his determination to ensure speedy and even development of Uyo Local Government Area, the Chairman, Elder Imo Okon has stated that his administration will be more business driven than political.

Elder Imo Okon made this known yesterday at a public presentation of power of attorney to four members of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Akwa Ibom State branch, who have completed payment for their plots of land at the association’s estate.

He commended NMA for choosing to develop an estate in one of the rural areas in the State Capital – Uyo, adding that besides contributing to the overall development of the area, it will also help to generate revenue for the local government council.

The Chairman who called on other professional bodies to emulate NMA, said the council will present them with Customary Right of Occupancy and urged them to engage the locals in the jobs where necessary.

Plastic Industry to open soon - Ufot Ebong

Plastic Industry to open soon - Ufot Ebong

The Senior Special Assistant to the Akwa Ibom State Governor on Technical Matters and Due Process, Mr.Ufot Ebong has said, the government of Mr.Udom Emmanuel is very active in infrastructural, human development and security.

Ufot Ebong who spoke with our Reporter in Uyo said, the State government through Akwa Ibom Employment and Enterprise Scheme(AKEES) has created jobs for young men and women in the State.

From the Bureau of Technical matters,he also said, they are poised to ensuring that all government contracts follow due process, that is why there are no cases of budget padding in the State.

Recently, we had called all the Interventionist agencies in the State that are either in partnership with the Federal Government or World Bank, to tell us how they have been contracting out certain things in the State, and areas, where we were not satisfied, we ask for a change. Those are our ministerial responsibilities we will continue to do. Ufot Ebong said.